Working
The dilemma of switching off from work outside of hours
Ever turned your mobile to flight mode on days off to avoid work calls? What about the dilemma of emails dive bombing your inbox after hours?
A new survey of New Zealand workers has found almost half… Video, Audio
Dr. Alex Pang: Getting more done by working less
Dr Alex Pang is the author of the best-selling book Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less. He explains why Darwin was a slacker and you probably should be too. Audio
When it comes to productivity New Zealand’s a Turkey
The term 'productivity' is bandied around in politics a lot, and here in New Zealand it's often because our low productivity growth is seen as a big challenge for the economy. Audio
Minginui, the town time forgot, is growing
A year on from a $5.8 million investment in forestry, the Bay of Plenty village of Minginui is showing seeds of promise, but the 90 jobs initially promised is now being described as 'aspirational'… Video, Audio
Short to non-existent lunch break
Despite the many benefits from taking a decent lunch break a significant number of people don't leave their workspace or workplace. Guilt about leaving your desk and an unspoken expectation to be… Audio
Long work days make you sick
They also undermine creativity and cognition. We also get depressed, physically and mentally sick. Audio
'We don't support work for dole' - Willie Jackson
Minister of Employment Willie Jackson says the government doesn't support work for the dole but does support Minister of Regional Development Shane Jones and his effort to get young unemployed people… Audio
Eastland Wood Council plans onsite training scheme
While the Government considers programmes to get young people in the regions off the dole and into work, one business says it has a model that's already proven a success. The Eastland Wood Council is… Audio